An increasing trend at the minute are days dedicated to specific franchises – May the Fourth (Star Wars), January 17th (17/01, Star Trek) to name a couple and now thanks to the fan community the Alien series now has it’s own day! April 26th (4/26) is now coming to be known as Alien Day!

To celebrate the day, 20th Century Fox and many of the companies that produce merchandise for the license are lining up some special releases to coincide with the day. Some of these we had already heard about but there are some exciting things in the pipeline!

These include the first announcement that NECA will be bringing Newt and Vasquez to life for in action-figure form, the announcement of an Alien: Out of the Shadows audio book starring Blade Runner’s Rutger Hauer and Reebok’s Bug Stomper shoes!

You can check out the entire press release we were provided below!

We wanted to share an exciting announcement with you. The full press release can be found below, but here’s an overview of the activities we are thrilled to announce surrounding the forthcoming ALIEN DAY:

Reebok Alien Stomper Sneakers (see image below)- Reebok to release an exact replica of the ALIEN High-Top Stompersworn by Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley. One of the most-requested licensed products, the Reebok Alien Stomper, as well as the mid top version worn by Lance Henrikson as the Android Bishop, are being released by Reebok in limited edition to mark ALIEN DAY. The iconic movie sneakers will be available beginning April 26th at Reebok.com and select Reebok stores worldwide.

Lance Henriksen’s mid-top version of Reebok’s Bug Stompers!

Alien & Aliens will Return to Theaters– On April 26th the ALIEN franchise returns to theaters across the country. In over 20 cities, including Austin, New York, Los Angeles and Dallas, participating Alamo locations as well as partner venues will showcase a double-feature presentation of ALIEN and ALIENS.

All these releases and activities culminate with a special 24 hour, fan-focused social media event on April 26th – a nod to LV-426, the planet from the iconic ALIEN films. ALIEN DAY (#AlienDay426) will see the kickoff the ALIEN: Ultimate Trivia Challenge, allowing fans to test their ALIEN knowledge – with the chance to win prizes every 42.6 minutes on Twitter.

And of course, as you already know, the highly-anticipated ALIEN: COVENANT, directed by Ridley Scott (Alien) and starring Michael Fassbender, will be released in August 2017 by Twentieth Century Fox

24 Hour Fan-Focused Social Media Event to Launch in Celebration of #AlienDay426

Reebok to Release Exact Replica of the ALIEN Stompers worn by Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley

Nationwide Screening Returns One of the Most Iconic Film Franchises to Theaters Across the Country

Los Angeles, CA (March 29, 2016) – Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products announced today an out-of-this-world global celebration of the ALIEN franchise culminating with a special 24 hour, fan-focused social media event on April 26th – a nod to LV-426, the planet from the iconic ALIEN films. ALIEN DAY(#AlienDay426) to encompass a wide range of executions including nationwide screenings, never-before-seen consumer product activations and the kickoff of theALIEN: Ultimate Trivia Challenge, allowing fans to test their ALIEN knowledge – with the chance to win memorable prizes every 42.6 minutes on Twitter.

Fox Consumer Products has teamed with an impressive portfolio of licensing partners; showcasing everything from unique apparel to exclusive comic books to high-end collectables. One of the most-requested licensed products, the Reebok Alien Stomper worn by Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley, as well as the mid tops worn by Lance Henrikson as the Android Bishop, are being released by Reebok in limited edition to mark ALIEN DAY. The iconic movie sneakers will be available beginning April 26th at Reebok.com and select Reebok stores worldwide. Other ALIEN products include the following:

NECA announces the first ever Lieutenant Vasquez (Jenette Goldstein) and Newt (Carrie Henn) figure; as well as the release of a Kenner toy-Inspired Ellen Ripley figure

An ALIENS Queen & Power Loader and Ripley figure set in the tradition of their wildly popular ReAction retro action figure series from Funko LLC

Dark Horse Comicsexpounds upon Brian Wood and Tristan Jones’ ongoing ALIENS comic book series with exclusive covers for participating retailers and a deluxe 30thanniversary hardcover version of the original ALIENS series from 1986

Titan Books launches the brand-new novel Alien: Invasion (The Rage War book 2) by Tim Lebbon

Available on Audible; a brand new audio drama, Alien: Out of the Shadows – starring Rutger Hauer (Blade Runner and Batman Begins) in his first audio role, Matthew Lewis (Harry Potter film series) and Corey Johnson (The Bourne Ultimatum) is a terrifying fight for survival and an intense struggle between human and artificial intelligence.

Additional licensed partners are found below

In addition, the Alamo Drafthouse is producing a nationwide screening program on April 26th returning the ALIEN franchise to theaters across the country. In over 20 cities, including Austin, New York, Los Angeles and Dallas, participating Alamo locations as well as partner venues will showcase a double-feature presentation of ALIEN and ALIENS. In Alamo locations, each pre-ordered ticket includes a Mondo-designed ALIEN T-shirt, released exclusively for the event screenings. Additionally, the screenings will be accompanied by exclusive ALIEN merchandise—including apparel, accessories, posters and records—from pop-culture company Mondo. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, to find a full list of participating theaters, visit http://AlamoAliens.com.

ALIEN: Ultimate Trivia Challenge

The hallmark of ALIEN DAY will be a 24-hour Twitter contest. Every 42.6 minutes a new ALIEN trivia question will be presented via the official Alien Anthology twitter account,@AlienAnthology. In advance of the contest kickoff, beginning at 12 AM ET on April 26th, fans will need to pre-register their Twitter handle at ALIEN Anthology (http://AlienAnthology.com).

Each trivia question (35 in a 24-hour cycle) will have various prize packages from 20th Century Fox’s ALIEN franchise licensing partners. To qualify to win the corresponding prize, participants must “Reply” to the initial “question tweet,” correctly answer the question, and use the #AlienDay426 and #Contest hashtags. A winner (or “winners” when multiple prizes are offered) will be selected for each of the questions. Please refer to “Official Rules” for additional detail.

In regards to the announcement, Jeffrey Godsick, President of Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products stated: “The ALIEN franchise holds a special place not only within the universe of Fox but with movie enthusiasts across the galaxy.” Godsick added, “We noticed that fans of the ALIEN films were starting to rally around the calendar date of April 26th — given the connection to the planet LV-426. Quite simply, it gave us the idea to do something special on this day; to officially mark the occasion alongside fans and to build excitement online, in stores and once again, in theaters.”

The ALIEN film series starring Sigourney Weaver (Ellen Ripley) and directed by legendary auteurs Ridley Scott, James Cameron, David Fincher and Jean-Pierre Jeunet, is one of the most enduring horror sci-fi action franchises of all time. Winning multiple Academy Awards®, these incredible films have spawned countless consumer product lines and launches — from apparel to video games to comic books and more.

The highly-anticipated ALIEN: COVENANT, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Michael Fassbender, will be released in August 2017 by Twentieth Century Fox.

KOTOBUKIYA – The Japanese manufacturer unleashes an assortment of highly detailed collectables this spring including a 1:10 scale Warrior Drone ARTFX+ statue from ALIENS and mini “Big Chap” figurines posed to strike up conversation around your home or office!

INSIGHT EDITIONS – The illustrated pop culture book publisher will release the trade edition of the Weyland-Yutani Report

SUPER 7 – The San Francisco based designer toy and apparel company has developed several toys in honor of the ALIEN DAY: ALIEN Muscle figures on card; ALIEN ReAction carrying case with exclusive ALIEN figure; Nostromo playset Kit Bash kit; Japanese vinyl Queen and ALIENS Glassware

No price as yet. I love the ReAction Aliens. They have such an awesome history! I'm looking forward to ordering one of those cases when they become available.

My collection of loose 3 3/4" inch 'ALIEN' ReAction figures needs a good home they can rock out in! That case is perfect. Especially considering it's such a worthy homage to the old 1977 carry cases for Kenner's original 3 3/4" 'Star War's action figures. It's another great connection to action figure history of a bygone era, right down to the hinged vinyl style and montage art depicted on the cover:

From Secret Base and Super7 for Alien Day 2016: We originally posted this as the terrifying fury of the Alien Queen Molten Magma figure. However now that the magma has cooled the actual figure is the more horrifying Alien Queen Molten Silver Gray!

They weren't really that good and it was annoying to put together. Packages got lost in the mail, and my bro-in-law did most of the paint and carving, but it was annoying because he took forever to help me like he would only work on it once a week and things kept coming up, like the clay dried before we could use it.

I can't believe Neca's making a Newt and Vasquez figure. After I spend an annoying time trying to make my own. Oh well, can't wait, the one figures I always wanted them to make was Newt and Vasquez, and now they will and I can complete my Neca collection.

I got Ripley, Hicks, Hudson, Bisected Bishop, 4 Aliens, eggs, and a Queen. So excited to add those to my collection and complete it. I mean, I never thought they'd make a Newt figure, Vasquez I can see, but I never thought they'd do Newt. THANK YOU!

Plus we get to see the recently revealed carry case and its artwork that can hold up to 24 3.75" action figures ('ALIEN' or otherwise...). There's going to be a new mystery figure packed inside as well. I know what I am hoping for! I totally want a 3.75" Glow in the Dark Alien! That would be my choice if I had my say about the Mystery Figure. Either way, this also goes onto that list. You know, the one that never gets any shorter...

Plus we get to see the recently revealed carry case and its artwork that can hold up to 24 3.75" action figures ('ALIEN' or otherwise...). There's going to be a new mystery figure packed inside as well. I know what I am hoping for! I totally want a 3.75" Glow in the Dark Alien! That would be my choice if I had my say about the Mystery Figure. Either way, this also goes onto that list. You know, the one that never gets any shorter...

I have always celebrated 1/31 as Fury day (closest to 161 as we will get)

Depends on where you live...

16/1/16 was the 16th of January, 2016 in many parts of the World. Get with the rest of the World, US. Get that metric stuff down pronto, too, while yer at it.

-Windebieste.

You forgot Fahrenheit to Celsius

Seriously, I would love to have the US move to the metric system, I imagine many (current) US high schoolers would not even know what it is! Also, I never thought about the 16th, good idea! I was using the 31st since it is the largest number in the month.

I graduated in 2008 from high school and trust me, we learned all about the metric system, conversions and such, as well as temperature (Fahrenheit, Celsius and Kelvin). I have English and Metric sets of sockets. No it's not frustrating. Just different tools for different jobs. Anyways, back on topic.

We're not going to get any more ALIEN-related holidays because ALIEN day covers all the films, even the ones you don't like

I'd like to know more about the limited edition Loot Crate that was mentioned as the site didn't have any info on it.

I have always celebrated 1/31 as Fury day (closest to 161 as we will get)

Depends on where you live...

16/1/16 was the 16th of January, 2016 in many parts of the World. Get with the rest of the World, US. Get that metric stuff down pronto, too, while yer at it.

-Windebieste.

You forgot Fahrenheit to Celsius

Seriously, I would love to have the US move to the metric system, I imagine many (current) US high schoolers would not even know what it is! Also, I never thought about the 16th, good idea! I was using the 31st since it is the largest number in the month.